What Is Manuka Honey
Manuka Honey is a type of honey that is harvested in New Zealand from the Manuka Tree. This honey is known for its antimicrobial and tissue regeneration properties. It is sometimes called the “super” honey.
Q: What is the difference between Manuka Honey and regular honey?
Manuka honey has been found to aid in wound healing and tissue regeneration and it is regulated by the New Zealand government.
Raw honey can be sourced from many different flowers and does not require lab testing.
Q: Is Manuka honey suitable for sensitive skin?
A: Yes, Manuka honey is generally well-tolerated by sensitive skin. Its natural soothing and moisturizing properties can help calm and nourish sensitive skin, providing relief from irritation and dryness.
Q: Can Manuka honey be used on wounds?
A: Yes, Manuka honey has been used for centuries to treat wounds. Its antibacterial properties help prevent infection, while its ability to promote tissue regeneration and reduce inflammation aids in the healing process.
Q: How should I store Bambini?
A: It is recommended to store Manuka honey skincare products in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. This helps preserve the integrity and potency of the Manuka honey.
Manuka honey has specific markers that make it unique and it requires lab testing before it is approved to receive the Manuka Honey seal.
Manuka honey has been found to aid in wound healing and tissue regeneration and it is regulated by the New Zealand government.
Raw honey can be sourced from many different flowers and does not require lab testing.
A: This number indicates the potency of the honey. The higher the number, the more pure and effective the honey is.
Manuka honey can range from MGO 10 and all the way to MGO 1900.
Balmbini uses an MGO of 850 or higher.
Q: What does MGO stand for?
A: The MGO translates to methylglyoxal, the compound that makes Manuka Honey so unique. The MGO is the component that makes the honey antimicrobial and reparative. The higher the MGO , the more pure and active the Manuka Honey is.
Q: What level of MGO does Balmbini use?
A: All of our products do and will always contain an MGO of 850 or higher.
Q: Why is Manuka Honey so expensive?
There are a variety of factors that make Manuka Honey expensive.
Authentic Manuka Honey can only be harvested in a small region of New Zealand 1 month out of the year. Bee keepers then have only 12-15 days to collect the honey.
After collecting the honey, the New Zealand government has a series of lab tests and protocols before the honey can receive the Manuka Honey seal and is ready for export.
All the honey is traceable from hive to bottle.